Low Fat Beef Bacon and Cheese Burger
Indulge guilt-free with this flavorful Low Fat Beef Bacon and Cheese Burger, a healthier twist on a classic comfort food favorite. Crafted with lean ground beef, crispy turkey bacon, and melted reduced-fat cheddar cheese, this burger delivers all the satisfying taste without unnecessary fat. Nestled in whole wheat hamburger buns and layered with fresh romaine lettuce, ripe tomato slices, and sweet red onion, each bite is a perfect blend of juicy, smoky, and tangy flavors. A touch of Dijon mustard and Worcestershire sauce adds a gourmet flair, while quick grilling ensures a balanced meal ready in just 30 minutes. Perfect for family dinners or weekend get-togethers, this lighter alternative proves that healthy eating doesn’t mean sacrificing taste. Search-friendly keywords: healthy beef burger recipe, low fat burger with turkey bacon, reduced-fat cheese burger.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Lean ground beef (96% lean)
- 4 slices Turkey bacon
- 4 slices Reduced-fat cheddar cheese
- 4 pieces Whole wheat hamburger buns
- 4 leaves Romaine lettuce leaves
- 1 large Tomato
- 1 small Red onion
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 4 teaspoons Dijon mustard
Instructions
Preheat a grill or stovetop grill pan over medium-high heat.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the lean ground beef, salt, black pepper, and Worcestershire sauce. Mix gently and form the mixture into 4 equal-sized patties.
Cook the turkey bacon slices in a non-stick skillet over medium heat until they're crisp. Place them on paper towels to drain any excess fat and set aside.
Thinly slice the tomato and red onion, and wash the lettuce leaves. Set aside for burger assembly later.
Place the beef patties on the preheated grill. Cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until they are cooked through and reach an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C).
Place a slice of reduced-fat cheddar cheese on each patty during the last minute of cooking, allowing it to melt slightly.
Lightly toast the whole wheat hamburger buns on the grill for about 1 minute to enhance flavor and texture.
Assemble the burgers: Spread 1 teaspoon of Dijon mustard on the bottom halves of each bun, place a lettuce leaf, followed by a beef patty with melted cheese, a slice of turkey bacon, two slices of tomato, and some red onion rings. Top with the other halves of the buns.
Serve immediately with your choice of sides, such as a green salad or baked sweet potato fries.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1731 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 57.2 g | 73% | |
| Saturated Fat | 22.6 g | 113% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 405 mg | 135% | |
| Sodium | 7478 mg | 325% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 148.7 g | 54% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.6 g | 74% | |
| Total Sugars | 39.5 g | ||
| Protein | 161.0 g | 322% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.0 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 1166 mg | 90% | |
| Iron | 22.3 mg | 124% | |
| Potassium | 2905 mg | 62% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
